Brian Keene's Blog, page 31
June 19, 2020
World Domination 101: An Autobiography
A while ago, I began writing my autobiography for my two sons. My intention was to only print two copies -- one for each of them -- and have them bound and printed as limited editions. But over time, it occurred to me that there's a lot of information in it that other people could benefit from, as well. Sure, it's a story about me, and where I came from, and how I got to where I am now, and what happened along the way -- and that's something that will specifically appeal to my sons. It's a story about being a man, and about how they can be better men, and that is something else that will specifically appeal to my sons. But it is also a story about writing and art. About creativity and the struggle to succeed. About a very particular kind of fame, and all the perils and pitfalls and trials and tribulations that come with it. It documents many decades-worth of the history of horror fiction, and publishing, and my bird's-eye perspective on all of the things that happened.
So...I suspect there might be other people that would want to read that.
As a result, I’ve begun serializing it on my Patreon. It is included as part of the $5 monthly fee that gives you access to all the other daily Patreon content,
Of course, the problem with writing an autobiography is that you have to tell the truth. Always. I've written two memoirs -- End of the Road and The Triangle of Belief. Both of those are centered on very specific and fixed points in time, and because they are memoirs, rather than autobiographies, I could sometimes tweak the truth. I could change a name to protect the innocent...or the guilty. I could combine people into one catch-all person. I could play with dates and locations and perceptions. I could exaggerate for effect.
But you can't do that with an autobiography...or at least, you can't if you don't want to cheat your readers. And cheating you is something I would not willingly do. Fair warning, then. World Domination 101 is an unvarnished and honest look at my life's story. Like all good stories, it has triumphs and heartaches and laughs and tears. It has good guys and bad guys.
And at times, I fill both those roles.
Yu can start reading it right now. And don’t forget about this handy Patreon Index which lists ALL of the content that is available, and provides links to make finding them easier.
Photo copyright 2016 by Tod Clark.
June 18, 2020
Max Booth - The Horror Show with Brian Keene 269
Max Booth joins Brian Keene for a discussion of his two new novels, the influence of Joe R. Lansdale, time management, and the Cinestate/Fangoria controversy. Plus Brian, Matt, Dave and Mary remember comic-book writer Denny O'Neil.
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June 16, 2020
Defenders Dialogue 104
Doctor Doom, Captain America, Namor and The Shroud team up to punch Nazis as the Red Skull returns! Christopher Golden and Brian Keene discuss Marvel's Super-Villain Team-Up issues 10 and 11.
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Tim Lebbon’s Eden
Yesterday was the online launch party for Tim Lebbon’s new book, EDEN. Mary and I were among the friends and family who were asked to record a surprise video for the event. Here it is.
June 15, 2020
Trigger Warnings - Number 1 Bestseller
Thanks to everyone who purchased a trade paperback of TRIGGER WARNINGS, making it number one on Amazon in the Horror and Supernatural Literary Criticism category.
June 12, 2020
The Last Zombie: Reskinned
The Last Zombie: Reskinned
(Hardcover, B&W, 664 pgs., $49.99 U.S.)
Story: Brian Keene
Art: Joe Wight, Fred Perry, Chris Allen, David Hutchison, Brian Denham, Ben Dunn
Presenting the complete post-zombie-apocalypse saga by Shocker and Bram Stoker Award-winner Brian Keene, now rebound in new hard case covers, plus a special wraparound dust jacket! AND signed by Brian Keene and primary series artist Joe Wight!
Available in all good comic book stores June 24! Reserve your copy with your local retailer by giving them the Diamond Previews Code APR201547
June 11, 2020
Everything’s On Fire - The Horror Show with Brian Keene 268
Trigger Warnings - Now In Paperback
TRIGGER WARNINGS is now available in paperback, featuring a brand-new cover. (The e-book, which was previously available, has been updated to reflect the new cover as well).
’This incendiary new non-fiction collection by World Horror Grandmaster Award winning author Brian Keene walks the line between profound and profane, poking and prodding everything from pop culture to politics. Whether it’s the downfall of America’s oldest mass-market publisher, the Second Amendment, advice on writing, marriage equality, crazed Internet trolls, writer’s organizations, the death of the Borders retail chain, misogyny in comic books, the history of the horror genre, or the apathy of a fading political system, Brian Keene shares his thoughts in that blunt, sardonic style readers have come to love. TRIGGER WARNINGS includes acclaimed essays, speeches, and articles such as “Roots”, “Seminal Screams”, “The Dorchester Wars”, “More Than Man’s Best Friend”, “Cold Warriors”, “How to Write 80,000 Words in a Weekend”, “Children Playing with Guns”, “On Rape and Repugnance”, and many more. Brian Keene’s TRIGGER WARNINGS. Don’t say you weren't warned.’
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(Lifetime subscribers will receive this book with their next shipment).
June 4, 2020
Mark Justice - The Horror Show with Brian Keene 267
An exclusive, never before heard 2005 interview between Brian and author, podcaster and disc jockey Mark Justice. Plus, Brian, Mary, Matt, Dave and Kelli discuss the racism of editor Andrea Dawn, and the return of Nickolaus Pacione.
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June 2, 2020
Defenders Dialogue 103
Christopher Golden and Brian Keene put down the comic books and get political.
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